1954 Jeep CJ vs. 2009 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Patriot (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1954 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1954 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 580 kg more than 1954 Jeep CJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Jeep Patriot (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Jeep CJ. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Jeep CJ | 2009 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Jeep | Jeep |
| Model | CJ | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2640 mm |
